Economics & Markets

2024: Interest Rate Expectations – What If They Are Wrong?

The markets are expecting rate cuts in the UK, the US and the eurozone as early as May. But they…

2024: Whither the Footsie?

Most good news has already been priced into the London market - yet it still looks cheap, says Victor Hill.

2024: Some Hesitant Predictions

2024 will be a year we shall be unlikely to forget, says Victor Hill.

The Message from COP 28

Was COP28 an eco-triumph or a fudge? Victor Hill considers the outcomes.

Interest Rates and Elections

Interest rates have plateaued − with political consequences, says Victor Hill.

Mortgages, Wages and Insolvencies

Mark Watson-Mitchell peers in to the gloomy macroeconomic environment.

The Shape of 2024

Next year is coming into focus. It’s neither good nor all bad, says Victor Hill.

The AI Drama that Intrigued the World

The recent shenanigans at OpenAI highlight the AI dilemma, says Victor Hill.

Pontificating Bailey Yet To Apologise For Inaction

The Governor of The Bank of England pontificated on Monday that the UK is likely to experience weak activity over…

Autumn Statement 2023 – The Election Campaign Begins

The Tories and Labour now have remarkably similar fiscal policies, says Victor Hill.